Dr. Janak N. Shah
Overview
Dr. Janak Shah joined Ochsner in 2015 and has served as the department chair of gastroenterology since 2019. He completed his training in gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy at the University of Pennsylvania. Before joining Ochsner, he spent over 10 years practicing in San Francisco, where he was the director of pancreatic and biliary endoscopy at California Pacific Medical Center and a clinical professor of medicine at the University of California.
Dr. Shah is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.
Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 63 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1514 Jefferson Hwy 4th Floor, New Orleans, LA 70121
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
3 Clinical Trials
Ochsner Clinic Foundation
Ricardo Romero is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Romero is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.
Metropolitan Anesthesia LLC
Gary Reiss is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Reiss is highly rated in 61 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jaundice, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.
Northlake Gastroenterology
Lawrence Gensler is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Gensler is highly rated in 79 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Janak N. Shah
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Janak N. Shah?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Janak N. Shah by calling their office at 504-842-4015. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Janak N. Shah a top-rated expert for Bile Duct Obstruction?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Janak N. Shah is classified as an Distinguished expert for Bile Duct Obstruction, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Janak N. Shah specialize in?
While Dr. Janak N. Shah is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, and Endoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Janak N. Shah participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Janak N. Shah has published 63 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bile Duct Obstruction. You can view a list of Dr. Janak N. Shah's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Janak N. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Janak N. Shah accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-842-4015 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Shah isDistinguished. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Shah isDistinguished. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Shah isDistinguished. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- CholestasisDr. Shah isDistinguished. Learn about Cholestasis.
- EndoscopyDr. Shah isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Shah isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Advanced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Shah isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Shah isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Shah isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Shah isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Shah isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Shah isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- Experienced
- Ampullary CancerDr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Shah isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.